Why did William win the Battle of Hastings?

WALT: What happened in the months before the Battle? Why did William win?

WILF: Understand own successes and interpretation

Quick RecapHarold of Wessex

William of Normandy

Harold Hardrada

Events before the Battle

Use the information to fill out the 8 main steps before the Battle

What happened?• Which side is the author supporting?• What phrases give us that impression?

How would it change if he was writing from the

other side?

How would it change if his side had lost?

Chronology

Number the events into chronological order

The details• Use the diagram on p11 to help you draw a

quick sketch of the battlefieldUse details from the story to highlight the reasons why William won

e.g. The “run away” tactic

I think the biggest reason why William won the Battle of Hastings was because...

Final Thoughts

Why do you think William won the Battle of Hastings?